Sunderland boss Régis Le Bris is reportedly preparing an ambitious £35 million move for Argentine defender Gonzalo Montiel, with the club receiving a positive indication that a transfer could be completed after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As Argentina marches into the tournament’s quarter-finals, Montiel’s full focus remains on international duty, but Sunderland are already laying the groundwork for what could become one of the club’s biggest-ever signings.
Le Bris believes the experienced World Cup-winning full-back would add leadership, composure and elite-level quality to his defensive line as Sunderland continue building a squad capable of competing with the Premier League’s best. Club officials are optimistic that negotiations can progress quickly once Argentina’s World Cup campaign ends.
The potential arrival of Montiel has generated huge excitement among Sunderland supporters, who see the defender as another statement signing under Le Bris. If completed, the transfer would underline Sunderland’s growing ambition and determination to challenge at the highest level.
